Lowndes Living Rally History In Europe

V8 Supercar star Craig Lowndes today set off from Glasgow,
Scotland to re-enact the 1953 Monte Carlo Rally, which was the first ever
international motorsport campaign by an Australian car and team.

Lowndes, along with co-drivers Richard Davison (the father of V8 Supercar drivers Will and Alex) and Gary Poole,
began their assault on the 2013 Monte Carlo Historic Rally by replicating the
photo taken of the original drivers Lex Davison, Tony Gaze and Stan Jones.

"It's great to be in Scotland and to be part of such a
momentous occasion. A lot of preparation has gone into this commemoration so
it's great to get in the car and start driving, which is what I love
doing," Craig Lowndes said.

Before setting off the trio received a few helpful tips from the
sole remaining driver of the original 1953 team, current team Patron, Tony
Gaze.

"Tony Gaze will be watching with great interest over the next
week because he helped us to plan the best route to Monte Carlo and has been
crucial in our preparation," Project Leader Gary Poole said.

Another 1953 driver, Sir Stirling Moss also passed on some tips
about the event.

"I hope the team will have as much fun and success as we did.
I hope they dont cheat and use old tyre chains in the snow," Sir Stirling
Moss joked.

The drivers also spent time with 1967 Monte Carlo Historic Rally
winner Rauno Aaltonen, who taught them how to best deal with the tough
conditions of competing on ice in their restored 1951 FX Holden Sedan.

Support has also come from Federal Member for Wannon Hon. Dan
Tehan, who is thrilled to see the project underway.

"On Australia Day this year, it is fantastic Australia is
being represented in the Monte Carlo Rally for its 60th year anniversary
celebrations. I congratulate the team, and its sponsors and supporters, for
helping make this dream a reality and for flying the flag for Australia,"
Hon. Dan Tehan said.

"As an honorary member of the team, I wish Gary and the team
the best of luck, and I am sure that car lovers across the country will be
cheering them on as well."

Over 300 classic cars from around the world will take part in the
3200 kilometre Monte Carlo Historic Rally, which will travel from Glasgow to
the French town of Valence through the snow capped French Alps to Monte Carlo.

Monaco's Australian Ambassador, Hon. Catherine Fautrier, will
welcome the Australian team when it arrives in Monte Carlo on 1 February 2013.